Janet Yang Re-elected as Academy President for Third Term

Janet Yang has been re-elected as president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for the third time. Alongside her, several board officers have been chosen. Yang has been an active member of the Academy since 2002, with numerous notable film credits to her name.

Film producer Janet Yang has secured her position as president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for a third term, as reported by Variety. The re-election also saw several new board officers, including Lesley Barber, DeVon Franklin, Donna Gigliotti, Lynette Howell Taylor, and Howard A. Rodman, appointed to key positions.

“I am thrilled to have Janet return as Academy President for a third term to continue our great work of the past two years,” said Academy CEO Bill Kramer. “I also am so pleased to welcome this year's incredible slate of dedicated board officers. I look forward to collaborating with our officers and governors to advance the Academy's mission, serve our global membership, celebrate the work of our international filmmaking community, continue to ensure the financial health of the Academy, and broaden our reach and impact within the industry,” added Kramer.

Yang, now in her sixth year as a Governor-at-Large, has been integral to the Academy since 2002. Her filmography includes 'South Central,' 'The Joy Luck Club,' and 'Over the Moon,' which was Oscar-nominated. She has also earned an Emmy for her role in the HBO program 'Indictment: The McMartin Trial.'

Board member terms are limited to 12 years over a lifetime, with specific regulations for consecutive terms and mandatory hiatuses. Officers can serve a maximum of four consecutive one-year terms in any office, ensuring fresh contributions and perspectives within the Academy's leadership.